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Dispensing Optician/Optical Assistant
Optic Security Group
Wanaka, New Zealand
Posted on Apr 21, 2026
Dispensing Optician / Optical Assistant
Full-Time | Wānaka
We are looking for a friendly and passionate Dispensing Optician or Optical Assistant to join our team in Wānaka.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, patient-focused practice while enjoying one of New Zealand’s most sought-after lifestyles.
About Matthews Eyecare
Matthews Central Vision is a well established, high-functioning clinical practice serving the Wānaka community. We are a close-knit team that values professionalism, collaboration, and delivering a high standard of patient care.
We are seeking a Dispensing Optician or experienced Optical Assistant to join our growing practice. This is an opportunity to work in a progressive clinical environment, delivering tailored patient care through dispensing high-quality frames and lenses to the Wānaka community.
About Wānaka
Wānaka offers an incredible lifestyle, with lakes, mountains and world-class outdoor activities right on your doorstep. It’s a vibrant, growing community and a great place to build strong, long-term patient relationships.
About the role
Provide expert eyewear advice and dispensing
Help patients choose frames suited to their style and needs
Deliver outstanding, personalised patient care
Work collaboratively as part of a close-knit team
About you
Qualified Dispensing Optician or experienced Optical Assistant
Friendly, confident and people-focused
Strong attention to detail and a great eye for style
Passionate about helping people look and see their best
What we offer
Full-time role in a supportive team
Ongoing professional development
Opportunity to work with quality eyewear
Relocation support can be discussed
A lifestyle role in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations